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POLITICS53m agoNiamey denounces « a serious act of ingratitude » after the expulsion of two Nigerien agents by FranceSelon une source diplomatique, Paris a déclaré persona non grata deux agents de renseignement nigériens en poste en France. La décision passe mal à Niamey, qui rappelle que l’un d’eux avait été blessé en 2014 lors d’une mission conjointe avec l’armée française.Jeune Afrique
POLITICS1h ago'Act of ingratitude': Niger condemns expulsion of security agents from FranceNiger on Tuesday condemned the expulsion of two of its security agents from France, calling it a “serious and unacceptable act of ingratitude.”Africanews [en]
POLITICS4d agoNiger intelligence agents expelled from France in sign of diplomatic strainTwo Nigerien intelligence officers were forced to leave France last month, French daily Le Monde has revealed, with one agent suspected of monitoring opposition figures on French soil. It is the latest sign of the deterioration in relations between the two countries since Niger’s 2023 military coup.RFI [en]
POLITICS6d agoOke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to FranceLetters of credence are formal diplomatic documents issued by a country’s head of state to confirm the appointment of an ambassador or permanent representative. The post Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to France appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSSep 30France-Algeria: when Bruno Retailleau wanted to expel the son of Chief of Staff Saïd ChengrihaEn 2025, alors que les relations entre Paris et Alger étaient déjà très tendues, le ministre français de l’Intérieur ordonnait l’expulsion du fils du chef d’état-major de l’armée algérienne, racontent deux journalistes dans un livre qui sort ce 30 septembre.Jeune Afrique
WORLDSep 24France announces start of 'normalisation' process with Azerbaijan after Frenchman released from prisonThe day after Azerbaijan pardoned Martin Ryan as part of the multi-national Usmanov deal, France says his release is the result of a “patient” dialogue with Azerbaijan that it “intends to continue.”EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 2119 - Member Delegation from African Diasporas in France to Observe Morocco ElectionsA 19-member delegation representing African diasporas in France will observe elections in Morocco. This signifies international interest and oversight in the Moroccan electoral process.moroccoworldnews.com · Morocco
POLITICSSep 18Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger tiesFrench President Emmanuel Macron hosted President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, reaffirming Nigeria-France bilateral ties. The post Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger ties appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 18Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France TiesTinubu disclosed the meeting in a post on his official X handle, describing the dinner with Macron as a pleasure. The post Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France Ties appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSSep 10France-Algeria: Institut Montaigne advocates for a “desensitization” of the relationshipEt si la France choisissait d’entretenir une relation « normale » avec l’Algérie, dépassionnée et débarrassée des vieilles querelles ? C’est l’option défendue par le think tank français, proche de la droite, dans la perspective de l’élection présidentielle de 2027.Jeune Afrique
CONFLICTSep 6Niger military accuses France of orchestrating failed mutiny: What to knowAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 6Failed Coup: Niger blames France, neighbouring countries, threatens international actionPremium Times
WORLDSep 5Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And HealingFor Chibeda, the ride was about representation, reshaping how African women are seen. The post Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And Healing appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
CONFLICTSep 5France denies inciting failed Niger mutiny, calls accusation ‘pure fantasy’Niger's government has widened its blame to unnamed neighbours a week after the assault on a military base.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTSep 5Niger accuses France of orchestrating failed military mutinyAl Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 28From maligned second city to Insta magnet : Marseille is France new capital of overtourism | Mary FitzgeraldMarseille, once an overlooked city, has transformed into a popular tourist destination, now facing issues of overtourism. This reports on a significant shift in a city's tourism status and its consequences.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
BUSINESSAug 27How Sky Mali plunged into the air vacuum left by Air France and CorsairLe retrait de Corsair prive le Mali de son dernier lien aérien direct avec Paris. Sky Mali veut saisir cette occasion pour accélérer son expansion régionale et s’imposer comme un hub de correspondance vers l’Europe.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSAug 24Algeria’s schools put Shakespeare before Molière in break from FranceAlgerian primary schools will begin teaching English before French for the first time, signalling a drift from France.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 13Mali-France : Assimi Goïta accorde une grâce à l’officier de la DGSE détenu depuis un an à BamakoYann V. a été gracié par le président de la transition malienne. L’agent des services de renseignement français était accusé par Bamako d’avoir participé à un complot visant à « déstabiliser les institutions de la République ». Selon nos informations, le Maroc est intervenu dans cet épineux dossier.Jeune Afrique
WORLDAug 6France's DZ mafia suspected founder captured in AlgeriaMehdi Laribi, one of the suspected founders of DZ mafia, a criminal organization based in Marseille, was arrested in Algeria in late July. The arrest was made public on Wednesday by French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin, who hailed Algiers' support and cooperation in combating drug trafficking around the Mediterranean. Story by Laurent Berstecher.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 5Algeria arrests suspected drug lord at France's requestAbdelatif Mehdi Laribi, whom French police suspect of being a leader of the DZ Mafia group, was arrested on July 20 and granted conditional release, a French prosecutor said.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 28Cinq accusations portées par le président du Niger contre la France et les pays voisinsLe Président de la République du Niger, le général Abdourahamane Tiani, a accusé la France d'être impliquée dans l'orchestration d'actes "terroristes" dans son pays.BBC Afrique
POLITICSJul 28Tebboune rebuffs reports Algeria asked France for higher visa quotasPresident Tebboune has refuted claims that Algeria requested increased visa quotas from France. This involves a diplomatic denial concerning international relations and immigration policies.middle-east-online.com · Iraq
CYBERJul 16France explored Pegasus spyware deal despite Morocco espionage claimsFrance briefly explored acquiring the controversial Pegasus spyware in 2019, according to media investigations, even as Morocco was allegedly using the Israeli-made surveillance tool to target French ministers. The report claims President Emmanuel Macron ultimately rejected the purchase to avoid reliance on foreign technology. Morocco has denied the spying allegations.France 24 [en]